since 2009

since 2009

Photos from my archive, new and old stuff from the world of skateboarding. All logo designs by Eduardo Pigatto, Brazil (Cover Photo by Alexander Schulte-Stemmerck, all other photos by Chris Eggers unless otherwise noted)

Desastrous news which shocked skateboarders all over the world was on facebook yesterday: Peek Skatehall in Düsseldorf, home of the Factory Bowl and the OMSA Pool, the best skatehall Germany´s, breeding ground for top bowl riders like Dennis Degenhardt, the site of countless sessions and the Best of Both Contest faces its end.

The news comes first hand from the main force behind the hall, Mr. Donald Campbell (seen talking on the phone behind the counter of his shop)

According to his words it is a fact that Böhler Werke the owner of the hall needs the space for something else or more rewarding. Understandable from an enterpreneurs view but the public should not forget what kind of social impact this place had. Countless young people have been involved social and in sports here. Donald made clear that the chances to save the park are minimal, but wonders have happened before and celebrities like Titus Dittmann have already offered help.

Maybe others like the city of Düsseldorf, RTL, WDR, BILD, NSA or others will take note and action.....

I myself have made it there only twice but I will never forget these sessions. Thanks to Donald and all the others for what you have created there and what you have done for skateboarding. It will never be forgotten. Skatespots come and go.